5 refreshing cocktails with pastis
Embark on an anise-tasting experience with these 5 recipes for exciting and refreshing pastis cocktails.
Experiences
Experiences
Nice
Monastery Notre-Dame de Cimiez
If you feel like venturing away from the sea and strolling in the hills behind Nice, don't hesitate to take a trip to colline de Cimiez, or Cimiez hill, to visit the magnificent monastery of Notre-Dame de Cimiez.
Monaco
Princess Grace Rose Garden
Princess Grace Rose Garden is in the Fontvieille district of Monaco, and build in 1984 by Prince Rainer III in memory of his late wife Princess Grace.
Roquebrune-Cap-Martin
Hike Le Corbusier – Cap-Martin
The popular hike Le Corbusier goes along the sea between Roquebrune-Cap-Martin and Menton. It is a beautiful hike that gives you views of the beautiful coastline.
Mandalieu-la-Napoule
Old Course Cannes-Mandelieu Golf Links
The Old Course is much more than a golf course. It is a green oasis on the western outskirts of Cannes, where the city's population relaxes.
Nice
Garibaldi Square in Nice
Beautifully situated in the North of the old town of Nice, you will find Garibaldi Square. It is the oldest square in Nice, which dates back to the year 1773.
Antibes
Gismondi Gallery Antibes
Gismondi Gallery in Antibes is pleased to be able to open its doors after 30 years of closure, reviving this mythical place with breathtaking art.
Vence
Hike Vence – Baou des Blancs
The hike from the center of Vence to the top of Baou des Blancs is a stunningly beautiful and varied trip all year round. When the summit is reached, the reward is a fabulous view.
Biot
Hiking Biot to Valbonne – Sentier de la Brague
Hiking tour "Sentier de la Brague" goes between the two medieval towns of Biot and Valbonne. It follows the river La Brague through a scenic wooded area.
Grasse
Rose Festival in Grasse
May is the month of roses in France. This is celebrated in the world's perfume capital Grasse, where the air is already filled with the scents of the surrounding jasmine and lavender fields.
Cap d'Ail
Villa Camélias
The beautiful villa from the Belle Époque period – Villa Camélias – is a beautiful mirror of Cap d'ail's culture and history.
Cagnes-sur-Mer
Grimaldi Castle in Haut-de-Cagnes
The impressive Grimaldi Castle in Haute-de-Cagnes from 1309, today serves as a museum of art and of the olive tree.
Monaco
Monte Carlo Casino
The Casino Monte Carlo is one of the most iconic buildings in Monaco. You really feel the presence of history when you approach probably the most famous casino in the world,
Mandalieu-la-Napoule, Mandelieu-la-Napoule
Riviera Golf de Barbossi
A very special experience is guaranteed when you visit Riviera Golf de Barbossi. After 18 holes on this beautiful course, your talent has been challenged in both golf and art.
Grasse
Jasmine Festival in Grasse
Every year on the first weekend of August, the Jasmine Festival – Fête du Jasmin – takes place in the beautiful medieval town of Grasse.
Vence
The tourist office in Vence
The tourist office in Vence is located on the Place du Grand Jardin in a very beautiful Belle Époque villa.
Vence
Hotels in Vence
Here you will find an overview of the hotels in the cozy medieval town of Vence, only a 20-minute drive from Nice airport.
Hikes, Vandreture
The best coastal walks on the Côte-d’Azur
If you are fascinated by the crystal-clear glittering southern French Mediterranean Sea, then these coastal hiking trails on the Côte-d'Azur are just for you.
Cap d'Ail, Monaco
Coastal walk Monaco – Mala Beach
The coastal walk from Monaco to Mala Beach (Cap d'Ail) is a beautiful and eventful trip along the coast between Monaco and Cap d'Ail. And Mala Beach is one of the most idyllic beaches on the entire Côte-d'Azur
Nice
Coastal walk Nice – Villefranche-sur-Mer
This coastal walk from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of the most beautiful coastal paths along the French Riviera and you'll be treated to breath taking sceneries that are long remembered.
Monaco
Historic Car Collection in Monaco
If you are into historic cars, the "scent" of Grace Kelly, Formula 1 and the glamorous life in Monaco, then Prince Rainer III's Car Collection in Monaco, with well over 100 top-restored cars from 1902 until 2005, is just for you.
Boat trips
Unforgettable boat tours on the Côte d’Azur
Here are 6 of the best boat trips on the Côte d'Azur. Visit Villefranche, St. Tropez, Sainte-Marguerite or an evening trip with a solar-powered boat.
Biot
Fernand Léger museum
Fernand Léger's museum of the French painter, sculptor and filmmaker in Biot surprises in all respects. The museum is beautifully situated in a magnificent building filled with art coming out from the top drawer and of gigantic sizes.
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Coastal walk around Cap-Ferrat
This coastal walk around Cap-Ferrat is a great way to experience the beauty of the French Riviera's coastline. It is nice, varied and easy to walk.
Beaulieu-sur-Mer
Villa Kérylos
The Greek Villa Kérylos is inspired by the lavish villas of ancient Greece, but built in the early 20th century. The villa is today a national monument with a magnificent sight and located right next to the sea in Beaulieu-sur-Mer.
Saint-Jeannet
Baou de Saint-Jeannet
Baou de Saint-Jeannet stands as a distinctive and iconic monument on the Côte d'Azur. The city of Saint-Jeannet is also the starting point of great hikes to the top of the mountain and others fine routes in the area.
Èze
Hiking tour Sentier Nietzsche – Èze
Sentier Nietzsche is a wonderful little hike of just 2 x 2.1 km named after the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. Walk it either from Èze-sur-Mer or from Èze Village.
Nice
Boat trip from Nice to Villefranche
Enjoy the beautiful views of Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat on a 1-hour boat trip along the French Riviera.
Nice
Hop-on Hop-off bus tour in Nice
Explore Nice with a 1- or 2-day pass to the open-top Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus. Hop on and off as often as you like and take the time to experience the most popular places
Nice
Old town of Nice – Vieille Ville
There are many reasons to fall in love with Nice. One of the obvious ones is the charming old town with its cozy little streets, narrow houses painted in breathtaking southern colors.
Biot
The Provencal Golf Club in Biot has a superb restaurant
The Provencal Golf Club in Biot offers a fine training facility, 9 affordable holes and a good and well-attended restaurant.
Cagnes-sur-Mer
The Renoir Museum
The Renoir Museum shows how Auguste Renoir lived in his last days in Cagnes-sur-Mer. Experience 15 original paintings as well as the impressive 8-hectare plot.
Monaco
Formula1 Monaco
Formula1 in Monaco is a four-day motor race with speed, celebration and glamour, and one of the biggest events of the year in the Principality of the French Riviera.
Antibes
The Villa Eilenroc
The elegant and opulent Villa Eilenroc, in Antibes, had its heyday during the famous period, which the French refer to as “La Belle Époque” and is today open to the public.
Coursegoules
Hike from Coursegoules – Circuit de Viériou
On this hike from Coursegoules – Circuit de Viériou – you experience some of the most stunning views from Cheiron's ridge.
Mandalieu-la-Napoule
Hiking trails in the Mimosa forest Mandelieu
In Mandelieu, Europe's largest mimosa forest, you will find some absolutely superb hiking trails (2,5-8,5 km)
Nice
Carnival in Nice
The Carnival in Nice is a two-week intense spring festival on the French Riviera. Experience the carnival parades, brightly colored costumes and alluring samba rhythms that fill the streets of Nice with thousands of spectators.
Saint-Martin-Vésubie
The Vésubia Mountain Park
The Vésubia Mountain Park welcomes the whole family with exciting activities such as climbing, swimming, exercise and strength training.
Cagnes-sur-Mer
Racetrack – Hippodrome Côte d’azur
Go to the horse racetrack Hippodrome Côte d'Azur in Cagnes-sur-Mer for a different experience with high voltage, adrenaline and international gastronomy.
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is one of the Riviera's most beautiful palaces filled with artworks, gourmet experiences and stunning views of the Mediterranean sea from the villa's 9 gardens.
Vence
Hike to Saint-Paul de Vence
This hike to Saint-Paul de Vence from the center of Vence is neither too long nor too strenuous, but rather beautiful and cozy.
Grasse
Maison Molinard Perfume Grasse
Visit the famous Maison Molinard perfumery and take a fragrant step into the world of exciting natural products. At Molinard you can learn more about the difficult art of producing world-class perfume.
Èze
Exotic garden in Èze
Take an adventurous and historic walk in the exotic garden of the village of Èze. The town is located on a mountaintop at 429 meters altitude.
Nice
Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is a beautiful botanical and zoological park with exciting experiences for both children and adults. With one of Europe's largest greenhouses...
Nice
Museum of Modern Art – MAMAC
Located in the heart of the city, close to Place Garibaldi, the MAMAC Museum exhibits modern and contemporary art from the 1950s to the present day.
Vence
Saint Elisabeth chapel
Saint Elisabeth chapel in Vence impresses with its rediscovered fresco paintings by Giovanni Canavesio, and its history dates back to the 14th century.
Biot
Glassblowing – La Verrerie de Biot
Biot makes world-class glass. Known for their "bubbled glass" La Verrerie de Biot, La Verrerie de Biot ranks in the top 5 on the list of the most popular attractions on the Côte d'Azur
Monaco
Oceanographic Museum in Monaco
At the Oceanographic Museum in Monaco, experience wildlife as it plays out below sea level and get up close to the tools and instruments used by the explorers.
Menton
Covered market in Menton
The covered market in Menton, Marché des Halles, marks the date of construction, 1898, with a small campanile (bell tower) that crowns the main entrance to this popular covered market with lots of fish, vegetables and flowers.
Cannes
Statue of Lord Brougham – Cannes’ “father”
Few have meant as much to Cannes as the English aristocrat and politician Lord Henry Brougham, whose statue adorns the basin of the avenue de la Liberté.
Saint-Paul de Vence
La Petite Cave – a wine cottage in a unique 14th-century cave
If you like wine in exceptional surroundings, La Petite Cave in St. Paul's cave is a must visit. The cave dates back to the 14th century.
Cannes
The International Film Festival in Cannes
The Cannes Film Festival is known worldwide and one of the most important film awards in the film industry. Was founded in 1939 and can celebrate its 76th birthday this year.
Cannes
Cannes Underwater Museum
Cannes has got France's first underwater museum, which is wildly fascinating in every way. 6 great sculptures below the sea surface connect...
Tourrettes-sur-Loup
Domaine des Courmettes
Domaine des Courmettes is located at the foot of the Pic de Courmettes at an altitude of 850m and is a great starting point for both picnics and hiking.
Cannes
Le Suquet – The old town
Here in the heart of old Cannes, the city shows its true soul. Here you find Le Suquet - the old town - a medieval area nestled on the hilltop of Mont-Chevalier. With its cobbled alleys, is one of Cannes city-must-xee places.